

Hemchand Yadav Vishwavidyalaya, commonly known as Durg University, is a public state university located in Durg, Chhattisgarh, India. Established in 2015 through state legislation, the university was formed by bifurcating Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur. In 2018, it was renamed in honor of Hemchand Yadav, a prominent political figure in Chhattisgarh.
Campus and Infrastructure
The university operates from its campus located at Raipur Naka, Durg, Chhattisgarh. The campus includes academic buildings, administrative offices, and essential student facilities.
Academic Programs
Hemchand Yadav Vishwavidyalaya offers a wide range of academic programs including undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral courses in disciplines such as Arts, Science, Commerce, and Education. Admissions for most undergraduate courses are merit-based, while some postgraduate and professional courses require entrance exams.
Affiliated Colleges
The university has jurisdiction over multiple districts including Durg, Balod, Bemetara, Rajnandgaon, Kabirdham, Mohla-Manpur, and Khairagarh. It currently affiliates more than 130 government and private colleges.
Student Support and Facilities
The university provides various facilities such as a library, hostels, sports amenities, and scholarships. Online services for exam forms and result announcements are also available to students.
Durg University Highlights
| Founded Year | 2015 |
| Type of Institute | Government |
| Gender Accepted | co-ed |
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